ANDA Attorney

Merchant & Gould P.C.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) match

Discretionary merit bonus

Job summary

A leading intellectual property law firm is seeking an experienced attorney with a background in small-molecule pharmaceuticals to join their Chemical & Life Sciences practice group. Candidates should hold a chemistry undergraduate degree and preferably a PhD in organic chemistry, along with at least five years of experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $200k plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience with small-molecule pharmaceuticals.
• Experience in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
• Ability to draft legal opinions.

Responsibilities

• Join the Chemical & Life Sciences practice group.
• Provide legal support in intellectual property law.
• Assist clients with patent applications.

Skills

Patent application preparation

Legal writing

Client advisory

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Chemistry undergraduate degree

Law degree

Job description

Overview

Merchant & Gould, one of the nation's best-in-class intellectual property law firms, is seeking an experienced attorney to join our Chemical & Life Sciences practice group. This position can be located in any of our offices.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a pre‑2020 law school graduate with at least five years of small‑molecule pharmaceutical product experience, including preparing and prosecuting patent applications and assisting in or drafting opinions. Candidates must have a chemistry undergraduate degree, and a PhD in organic chemistry is strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Our associate compensation structure has two components:

• a base salary (based on an 1850 billable hour target)
• a discretionary merit bonus based on performance, with a hiring range starting at $200k depending on experience level

We are equally committed to providing driven, affordable health and wellness benefits to help take care of yourself and your family, including a competitive salary with a bonus plan, a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D insurance, short‑and‑long‑term disability, 401(k) match, parenting leave, and ten firm holidays.

Application Process

To be considered, please apply online at Career Opportunities (merchantgould.com). You will need to provide a cover letter, resume, unofficial undergraduate/graduate/law school transcripts, and a writing sample.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Merchant & Gould provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We encourage candidates with disabilities. If you need any accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 1-612-332-5300.